Craggaunowen

Craggaunowen is a 16th-century castle and an archaeological open-air museum in County Clare, Ireland. Craggaunowen Castle was built around 1550. The Craggaunowen visitors centre features reconstructions of ancient Irish architecture, including a dolmen, a crannog, reconstructions of a Ringfort, Fulachta Fia (Bronze Age cooking and industrial site) and Standing Stone (Ogham Stone).

Visitors to Craggaunowen can step back in time and explore Ireland’s rich heritage in an immersive and engaging way. The park offers an interactive experience where you can wander through history, from the ancient Ringforts to the Fulachta Fia, and learn about the fascinating daily lives of our ancestors. You’ll have the chance to experience traditional crafts, ancient cooking methods, and historical reenactments that bring the past to life. It’s the perfect outing for history enthusiasts, families, or anyone looking to discover the wonders of Ireland’s ancient past, all just a short drive from the Great National South Court Hotel ( approx 30km from Limerick City)

Opening Times

• Open daily from Easter Saturday to August from 10am-5pm. Last admission 4pm.

For more details visit https://www.craggaunowen.ie/